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#1668 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 44% in state

Northmore Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

4111 N TERRACE DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,668 of 3,778

In West Palm Beach

#24 of 49

public schools

In district

#130 of 221

PALM BEACH

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Northmore Elementary School

6.6/10

Elementary School in West Palm Beach · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Northmore Elementary School

Northmore Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Northmore Elementary School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Northmore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,668 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Northmore Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Northmore Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

41% of students at Northmore Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-20.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.5 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism40.9%

Northmore Elementary School — Students at Northmore Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 32.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
60%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2013
ELA
22%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
35.6%
ELA
29.8%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
32.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Northmore Elementary School Compares

See how Northmore Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in FL
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.9%

Location

4111 N TERRACE DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northmore Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is U. B. KINSEY/PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE FOUNDATIONS SCHOOL AT CENTER FOR CREATIVE EDUC (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PALM BEACH REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER West Palm Beach 0.3 mi 4.4
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM CENTRAL West Palm Beach 0.4 mi
HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER West Palm Beach 0.4 mi
THE REPAIR SHOP West Palm Beach 0.5 mi 5.3
NORTHBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 0.7 mi 8.8
EPHESUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.0 mi 5.0
WEST RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.2 mi 5.8
CAREER ACADEMY OF THE PALM BEACHES Boynton Beach 1.1 mi 5.0
PLEASANT CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.3 mi 5.7
UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY PALM BEACH West Palm Beach 1.4 mi 5.1
ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.4 mi 6.7
BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS West Palm Beach 1.3 mi 9.5
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.6 mi 4.4
POTENTIALS CHARTER SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.6 mi
SEAGULL ACADEMY Riviera Beach 1.6 mi
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.6 mi 5.5
TEEN PARENT PROGRAM - PK Riviera Beach 1.6 mi
U. B. KINSEY/PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY West Palm Beach 1.9 mi 7.4
WESTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.9 mi 6.7
THE FOUNDATIONS SCHOOL AT CENTER FOR CREATIVE EDUC West Palm Beach 1.8 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,606

Median Home Value

$290,500

Median Rent

$1,551/mo

Population

34,728

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northmore Elementary School

What grades does Northmore Elementary School serve?

Northmore Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Northmore Elementary School?

Northmore Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northmore Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northmore Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northmore Elementary School rank in FL?

Northmore Elementary School ranks #1,668 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Northmore Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northmore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Northmore Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northmore Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Northmore Elementary School a charter school?

No, Northmore Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Northmore Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Northmore Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northmore Elementary School?

67.4% of students at Northmore Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.9%

District

PALM BEACH
District Enrollment
189,777
Schools in District
235
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,897
District Rank
#130 of 221

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